Cross-Platform Messaging With Integrated Payment And Haptic Capture

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current mobile and wearable devices require users to manually select multimedia capture modes and payment transaction modes, which can be time-consuming and inconvenient, and existing messaging services do not facilitate seamless multimedia sharing and payment transactions between users with different operating systems or platforms.

Innovation Solution

A method and system that allow users to select multimedia capture or payment transaction modes using haptic controls, where the duration of touch contact on a device's display determines the mode, enabling simultaneous multimedia capture and payment processing, and a cross-platform instant messaging service for real-time text, image, audio, and video transmission with integrated payment capabilities.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If users manually select multimedia capture modes (photo, video, audio) before capturing content, then the device can capture the intended type of multimedia, but the user loses time and may miss important moments due to the selection process

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemultimedia capture accuracyVSAvoidtime to select capture mode
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The system automatically determines the capture mode based on user behavior patterns and context without requiring manual selection. The device monitors usage patterns, app context, and temporal information to autonomously select the appropriate multimedia mode (photo, video, audio), enabling capture at the moment without time loss.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The system pre-configures capture modes based on anticipated user needs and contextual information before the capture moment arrives. By analyzing usage patterns and current context in advance, the device prepares the appropriate capture mode ready for immediate execution when triggered.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

2Adaptability or versatility

If users switch between different multimedia capture modes frequently, then the device can adapt to different capture needs, but the operation becomes annoying and complex

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemultimedia mode flexibilityVSAvoidoperation simplicity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

A single unified interface and trigger mechanism controls all multimedia capture modes (photo, video, audio). The system provides universal access to multiple functions through one consistent interaction pattern, eliminating the need for separate controls or complex switching procedures while maintaining full versatility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The system dynamically adapts the capture mode based on real-time context and user behavior rather than requiring static manual selection. The capture mode changes automatically in response to contextual factors such as duration of button press, current app context, and usage patterns, making the system versatile without adding operational complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Adaptability or versatility

If existing messaging services are used for multimedia sharing, then users can send messages and files, but separate software is needed for payment transactions and transfer fees are charged

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemessaging functionalityVSAvoidsoftware integration
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system combines messaging, multimedia sharing, and payment transaction capabilities into a single integrated platform. Users can send messages, share multimedia content, and perform payments through one unified application interface, eliminating the need to switch between separate messaging apps and payment software.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The messaging platform provides universal functionality that encompasses both communication (messaging and multimedia sharing) and financial transactions (payments and transfers) within a single system, replacing the need for multiple specialized applications while maintaining all required capabilities.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

4Speed

If current messaging clients are used for real-time text transmission, then communication is enabled, but compatibility issues arise between users with different operating systems

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemessage transmission speedVSAvoidcross-platform compatibility
Core Design Contradiction:
SpeedVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The system implements a cross-platform messaging client that provides universal compatibility across different operating systems (iOS, Android, Windows, macOS). The unified application maintains real-time communication capabilities while adapting to various platforms, ensuring consistent functionality and compatibility regardless of the user's device ecosystem.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS9652758B2Systems and methods for messaging, calling, digital multimedia capture and payment transactions
Publication Date: 2017.05.16 BANKER OF MOBI INC
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AI summary

Provided are methods and systems for providing compensation for using a mobile payment service. The method may commence with receiving payment information associated with a user. The method may include generating a unique code encoding the payment information and providing the generated unique code to the user. The method may continue with receiving a deposit amount associated with a purchase related to the user. The purchase may be made via the mobile payment service. The method may further include receiving a notification about a further purchase of the user via the mobile payment service. The notification may include at least the unique code and a product barcode. The product barcode may be associated with the further purchase. The method may further include providing a compensation from the deposit amount to the user. The compensation may be associated with a payment amount associated with the further purchase.